lnbits/LNbits-MCP-Server

Overview

An MCP server that exposes LNbits functionality through the Model Context Protocol, enabling AI agents to interact with Lightning Network wallets and extensions. It translates MCP requests into LNbits API calls, allowing tools like Claude to manage invoices, check balances, and trigger payments.

Best for

Best for
Developers building AI agents that need Lightning Network payment capabilities via LNbits

Use cases

• Let an AI assistant create and check Lightning invoices on demand
• Automate wallet balance monitoring and payment triggers via chat
• Integrate LNbits extensions into agent workflows for micropayments

How to use

Install

pip install -e .

Tools exposed

• configure_lnbits
• get_lnbits_configuration
• test_lnbits_configuration
• get_wallet_details
• get_wallet_balance
• get_payments
• check_connection
• pay_invoice
• pay_lightning_address
• get_payment_status
• decode_invoice
• create_invoice
• get_node_info
• get_system_stats
• LNBITS_URL
• LNBITS_API_KEY
• LNBITS_BEARER_TOKEN
• LNBITS_OAUTH2_TOKEN
• LNBITS_AUTH_METHOD
• LNBITS_TIMEOUT

Tested with

Claude Desktop

Notes

An MCP server that exposes LNbits functionality through the Model Context Protocol, enabling AI agents to interact with Lightning Network wallets and extensions. It translates MCP requests into LNbits API calls, allowing tools like Claude to manage invoices, check balances, and trigger payments.

5 stars on GitHub. Last updated 2026-03-24.

Use cases

• Let an AI assistant create and check Lightning invoices on demand
• Automate wallet balance monitoring and payment triggers via chat
• Integrate LNbits extensions into agent workflows for micropayments

Pros

• Tiny codebase (5 stars) focused on a single, clear integration pattern
• Leverages LNbits’ modular extension system for flexible Lightning operations
• Python-based, easy to extend or embed in existing MCP setups

Cons

• Requires a running LNbits instance with API access, adding deployment overhead
• Limited to LNbits-specific features, not a general Lightning node interface
• Very early stage with minimal documentation and community support

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